Mary E. Jenkins

Mary “Maribeth” E. Jenkins, 74, of Bettendorf, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, following a brief battle with cancer.

In keeping with her lifelong dedication to others, cremation will be completed by the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine after her wishes of donation are fulfilled. Following donation, burial will take place at Oakland Cemetery, Iowa City. Per her request, no formal services will be held. Trimble Funeral Home & Crematory, Moline, is assisting the family. Memorials may be made to the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, Davenport.

Mary Elizabeth Jenkins was born on April 8, 1952, in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of Arthur William and Roberta Marie (Roth) Jenkins. Maribeth also spent many years living in Milton, West Virginia. She married Richard Joseph Trau in Peoria, Illinois, and together they spent 30 years prior to separating. She dedicated 50 years of her life to nursing, caring for and comforting countless people throughout her career. Her compassion and desire to help others were a defining part of who she was.

She had a love like no other for her family. She loved watching her grandchildren participate in their activities and treasured every moment spent with them. She also enjoyed traveling with her sisters, creating memories filled with adventures and laughter. She was known for her quick wit, incredible sense of humor, and wonderfully sarcastic personality. She always had the perfect comeback and could make people laugh when they least expected it. Her laughter and unforgettable personality will be deeply missed.

Maribeth is survived by her beloved daughters, Betsy Marquis and Toni (Brady) Beckman; grandchildren, Tylr, Brynn, Sven, Steven, Francesca, Kaili, Karissa, and Pennelope; sisters, Terri Davis of St. Louis, Missouri and Bobbie Brown of Bettendorf, Iowa; brother, Art Jenkins of Tennessee; along with many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Roberta Jenkins; and her brother, Steve Jenkins.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Heartland Hospice for the exceptional care, compassion and kindness shown to Maribeth and her family during her final days.

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